Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, as long as you choose a reputable artist that has a business license and tattoo certification. Ask questions if you are unsure how long the artist has been practicing. Be sure to check my pre-care, post-care instructions and contraindications. Be honest about any medications or vitamins as this can cause excess bleeding

Even though this is a cosmetic procedure, this is a tattoo. Pain tolerance is different for everyone and as stated above, the best thing you can do to prepare for your appointment is to read the pre-care instructions and contraindications. I will numb you with 2 different types of numbing agents during your procedure to try and make it as painless as possible. 

Most people find the procedure to be no more painful than tweezing or threading. 

Please note: during your menstrual cycle you could have increased discomfort. 

No, you can go about your day as needed after the procedure. The brows will appear darker and go through the normal healing process over the next 21 days with the first 10 days having the most significant changes. Please refer to what to expect with further questions on the healing stages. Lips can be swollen but will go down over the next few hours. 

Medications

• Accutane or Retin A need to be stopped 6 months prior to procedure. The medication affects the way the skin will heal post procedure. 
• Retinol and Vitamin A should be stopped 1 month prior to procedure, it too will affect the way the skin will heal post procedure.
• Any type of eyelash growth serum must be stopped one month prior to procedure. 

Medical Conditions

• Pregnant or Breast Feeding
• Heart Conditions, check with your physician to see if you are medically cleared for procedure. It is common that you may be on a blood thinner and expert medical advice should be consulted. 
• Diabetes and insulin dependent. Recommended to check with your physician. Insulin levels must be in check or your healing will be very slow and you will be at increased risk for infection. 
• Epilepsy
• Blood Born Conditions such as HIV or Hepatitis 
• Organ Transplant

Allergies

• Latex 
• Lidocaine

Do not work out before or after the day of your appointment. You will want to avoid working out for at least 48 hours after your procedure. You can do light activities such as walking or easy flow yoga. The goal will be to minimize sweating after the procedure to help the pigment ink not spread. 

• Pregnant or Breastfeeding
• Heart Conditions, check with your physician to see if you are medically cleared for procedure. It is common that you may be on a blood thinner and expert medical advice should be consulted. 
• Diabetes and insulin dependence. Recommended to check with your physician. Insulin levels must be in check or your healing will be very slow and you will be at increased risk for infection. 
• Epilepsy
• Blood Born Conditions such as HIV or Hepatitis 
• Organ Transplant

Wait at least 10 -14 days to go tanning or have direct sun exposure after your cosmetic tattoo procedure. This also includes spray tanning. If you do need to go into the sun please cover your tattoo with a hat or avoid the sun as much as possible. Once the skin is healed  you can apply sun tan lotion for the first month and thereafter! Always protect your tattoos from those UV Rays! 

I would prefer that you do not come to an appointment sick. The Cancellation policy is to give 24 hours notice of appointment cancellation. I am willing to work with you as long as you are being considerate of not bringing an illness into the studio. Healing from your tattoo will be difficult while your body is trying to fight any other type of sickness and is not recommended.